'That Local Art Show' is this Saturday

Local beginning artists will showcase their work at "That Local Art Show" from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Maidu Community Center, 1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville. "Most have never shown before and are just getting their feet wet in the art world," according to the "That Local Art Show" website. Ruby Michelle, an Elk Grove area artist, creates Slice of Life art. Slice of Life is an art genre depicting everyday life, whether it be realistically or in Michelle's case, imaginatively. "I am a full-time artist specializing in multiple mediums but I mostly create digital illustrations for my portfolio, shop and various clients as well as traditional work created with marker, gouache and acrylic paint," Michelle said, "I am also new to creating murals and have begun to pick up work in that area as well." Michelle's work is inspired by "various Asian cultures, street art, fashion and nature." She uses bright colors and "distinct lines reminiscent of woodblock prints, manga and retro illustrations from parts of Asia." "Along with my character art," Michelle said, "I often use imagery like moons, clouds and cherry blossoms to symbolize the blossoming and retreating cycles and stages of nature's beauty. These types of designs are also found in my stationery and merchandise for my shop." Michelle has participated in "various" art shows over the years while going to school and working as an artist. However, Saturday's "That Local Art Show" is her first time at the show "and I'm quite excited to be a part of it." Ruby said art shows such as "That Local Art Show" are crucial for local artists to express their creativity. "I feel that having art shows like this will also inspire us to continue making art and will help us to build meaningful connections with other creatives in our community," Michelle said. To view more of her artwork, visit her website at rubymichelle.com or follow her Instagram pages @rubywenttospace and @blankstoryofficial Along with many talented artists from the Placer County area showcasing their work, they will also have a variety of artists as vendors selling their wares. For example, Tonya Gonzales will be selling her artwork appearing on tote bags, pillows, mugs, and prints. To see more of Gonzales' work, visit her Instagram at www.instagram.com/tonyagart/. Another vendor attending is Salted Earth Ceramics. They handcraft pottery such as mugs, coasters, plates, and more. To see more of their work, visit their Instagram at www.instagram.com/salted_earth_ceramics/. Tickets for That Local Art Show are $5. To purchase tickets for the event, visit https://bit.ly/TLASRT. To learn more about the event, visit www.thatlocalartshow.com/.